{
  "id": 17424277,
  "title": "Nigeria collapsing, stealing now normal under Tinubu – Peter Obi blows hot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/nigeria-collapsing-stealing-now-normal-under-tinubu-peter-obi-blows",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T14:42:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/nigeria-collapsing-stealing-now-normal-under-tinubu-peter-obi-blows-hot/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has declared that Nigeria is collapsing under President Bola Tinubu's administration. During a town hall meeting in Imo State, the former Anambra State governor expressed his deep concern over the rise of insecurity and the widespread theft of public funds. Obi accused the Tinubu government of failing to protect citizens, stating that Nigerians now live in constant fear within their own country.\n\nThe NDC candidate vowed that if elected, he would take a firm stance against insecurity and put an end to the rampant theft of public funds. He emphasized that everything under Tinubu's leadership is crumbling, as Nigeria has become increasingly terrorized. Tinubu, according to Obi, lacks the energy to effectively govern the nation.\n\nThe root of Nigeria's problems, Obi argued, lies in the theft of public money by individuals. He firmly stated that this destructive practice must not be allowed to continue under his watch. Should he be given the opportunity, Obi pledged to unite with other leaders, Kwankwaso in particular, to declare a state of emergency on insecurity. He firmly asserted that Nigeria cannot continue in its current state and requires a leader who will prioritize the security of its citizens and the efficient use of public funds for the greater good. Ultimately, Obi's message was clear: Nigeria collapsing and stealing being normalized under Tinubu's rule is a crisis that demands urgent and decisive action.",
  "summary": "The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said Nigeria is collapsing under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Obi made the statement on Saturday at the ongoing town hall meeting in Imo State. The former Anambra State governor lamented that insecurity and stealing of public funds have become normal. He accused the […] Nigeria collapsing, stealing now…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}